Never been more happy to have an impromptu happy hour here! We came here to meet some friends that are locals and it was great timing on a Friday because we got there right before happy hour. We all ordered some drinks to start and I went with their twist on an aperol sprtiz (I don't remember the name.....) but its one of their specials that has aperol! And it was delish!!!! After that we got a bunch of bites to eat including some of the happy hour bites. We got the board which had a bunch of different dips of which each was great but have to admit the pimento cheese was my fave! Of course we had to get the parmesan fries and we decided to share the mac and cheese as well. Delicious bites! Our waitress was super great and checked in on us so we ordered a second drink an espresso martini! It was good, not the best I had so stick to the other drinks on the menu! Overall lovely place to stop in for a happy hour. Lots of TVs if you want to catch the game and they open the windows during nice weather. 10/10 if you are in the area! read more

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Sydney the bartender B boo yah A am so excited for my drink R right Sydney's so good at her job T too cool E end of night? Never N noons please D did we just have the best night ever E everybody to the Vig Sydney's on R really good bartender read more

Stopped in for a quick happy hour w some friends. Our server was great, quick, checked on us often, helpful. It was busy and vivacious inside. The outside patio was also poppin bc the weather was nice. The food was solid, we shared the tuna tacos, lobster deviled eggs (amazing), we got 3 dips: pimento, artichoke and spinach, and Brie. We also got extra cucumbers for our gluten free friend. This is a great spot for happy hour! Parking is rough everywhere on wells so plan ahead! read more

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Can always count on The Vig for a good cocktail or food! Solid spot with a variety of offerings on their menu. Nice patio for summer. Kind attentive servers. read more

The VIG Chicago - Paloma - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Fun spot and open late night. Drinks and food were really good. We sat at the bar and the service was terrible. Could barely get the water refilled and the bar tender was just focused on closing out (it was only 9:30) But will be back! read more

I've been wanting to try this joint for SO long. WORTH the wait!! The entire idea behind The Vig and the concept behind the name Chadrick the experience all that much more. I'm not a salad guy, but the Homer Greek was fantastic! The Moroccan Turkey burger had multiple flavor profiles - A MUST! We sat at the bar, the bartender knew his bourbons and suggested a momentous choice for me. Upscale, moody speakeasy style ambiance - my favorite. Thank you Vig team, this experience was awesome. read more

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Vig is always a treat. They are consistent with their quality across different locations. The first VIG that I ever visited was in Phoenix. Felt nostalgic to come to this location in Old Town Chicago. I have been here for brunch and happy hour. Food quality was good. Drink prices and service was on par. We were lucky that they still had the Frose on tap. That drink is delicious. We also like the quality of the Cheeseburger and Fries. The aioli that comes with the French fries is so satisfying to dip your potatoes in. Don't sleep on their late Happy Hour as they don't end until 7pm. read more

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Long overdue review for The VIG in Old Town, Chicago! I stopped by during Lollapalooza 2025 and wanted to try their spreads--and wow, they were so good. Let's just say I got totally carb-wasted after lol. The restaurant has such good vibes, the staff is friendly, and the service is fast, making it a perfect spot to relax and enjoy a great snack / meal in the city. Definitely a spot worth checking out if you're in Chicago! read more

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Came in for happy hour after a long day of work. Had an old fashioned that was perfect. Service was great and also enjoyed a burger. read more

The VIG Chicago - Old Fashioned - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This was my first time at The Vig after living in the neighborhood for many years and I enjoyed it! We came with a large group (11 people) and our server (Serena I believe?) was absolutely fantastic. She gave great recommendations and was very attentive without being overbearing. I ordered the chimichurri steak cooked medium rare and really enjoyed it. The steak was well cooked and the chimichurri was fresh and not overpowering. The potatoes that came on the side were surprisingly very good as well. My cousin ordered the steak and fries which she enjoyed but her medium rare steak definitely bordered on the rarer side. I have a gluten allergy and the menu was well marked and easy to understand. There is not a gluten free bun offered but you can get some of the sandwich options without bread. The table ordered the parmesan fries and meatball as appetizers, both of which were enjoyed by all. I liked that the fries came with both a chipotle mayo and garlic aioli. I decided not to drink this evening but the cocktail list looked appealing and the sip of sangria I had was very good! My only other complaint is that the restaurant can get very noisy which wouldn't be an issue at all with smaller parties but with a group of our size it did sometimes feel like we had to shout to hear each other. Glad to have finally tried this place and will considering coming back in the future for a happy hour! read more

The VIG Chicago - Chimichurri steak - medium rare - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My mom's in town so we stopped for happy hour drinks and apps here and loved it. I was especially excited to see they had some drinks made with vodka from the Denver distillery I used to work at (the server even went back and checked for me!) Here's what we ordered: - Lobster Deviled Eggs - Espresso Martini - Chandon Rose - Frose (vodka drink with a pretty hibiscus flower) The eggs were super flavor packed, although its funny there were only 3 (where did the last half of the second egg go..) The Frose was refreshing, sweet, and spirit-forward. The espresso martini was as straightforward as it gets and delicious. All good notes from mom on the rose (: Service was friendly and personable. Overall vibes were great. I recommend the outside patio - it's super cute and Old Town is a fun neighborhood to sip in. read more

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Good for a late night bar food, I liked the deviled eggs and the burger. Drinks were good, loud, fun atmosphere not a bad place to visit while in Chicago. read more

The VIG Chicago - The food pretty good - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Old school vibes with speakeasy style. The VIG is a swanky spot for a happy hour. Menu items are unique and flavorful. The Goodnight Danny Trejo packed a spicy punch that was equally complimented by the mango. Not overly sweet at all. Old fashioned was solid, too. Don't skip on asking about their frozen cocktail of the day! When we went, it was a divine strawberry margarita. read more

The VIG Chicago - Goodnight Danny Trejo and Old fashioned - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

5 Stars Congrats to The Vig on the new West Loop location -- you've nailed it! Love seeing the same great consistency in your classic dishes. The salmon sandwich and Vig Burger are easily some of the best in Chicago -- flavorful, perfectly cooked, and always a hit. Whether you visit the West Loop or Old Town spots, you can count on great food, a fun atmosphere, and plenty of TVs for catching the game. The DJ can be a little loud at times, but that's part of the lively vibe. Highly recommend checking it out if you're looking for a go-to spot with great food and energy. read more

Great Forster visit on a Thursday night. Restaurant was nearly empty when we arrived for our 5:00 reservation. By 5:30 it was nearly full. Great drinks. Great food, friendly service and fun, lovely vibe. I loved the ambiance of the well-decorated interior. My husband chose the happy hour chicken sandwich. Very tasty. I decided to go for the salmon, which was cooked perfectly and tasted great. Artful presentation. We followed our meal with a show at Second City which is steps away. Fabulous night! read more

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My group of friends and I had such an amazing brunch experience here. During our trip to Chicago, we had to try this restaurant known for their tasty brunch food. Parking was a little difficult since it's mainly street parking but thankfully our party of 5 was seated a few minutes after we arrived. After looking over the menu, I went with an order of the Brisket Hash. While waiting for the food to arrive, the table agreed on a mimosa tower. Its arrival to the table was spectacular! They had sparklers and high energy when distributing the drinks. I appreciate that it's a single tower, enabling each person to pour as much as they desire. The food arrived and everything we ordered looked, smelled, and tasted amazing. All the flavors of my dish meshed so well together and everyone else thoroughly enjoyed their food. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting or living in Chicago. read more

The VIG Chicago - Inside - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We drop in at night when it's more drinking than dining. It's usually packed with standing room only. It's a younger crowd, 30's mostly. The music is loud and it's hard to carry a conversation. The drinks are super standard, as they use the shot pourer and stick to the measurement. I've never been a fan of bartenders that can't free pour a good drink. We tried the appetizer and they're standard restaurant food. Not bad. It's great place to people watch. read more

The VIG Chicago - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We chose to dine here before our Second City show since it was a half block away. The staff here are friendly and helpful. Our food was delicious and the environment was fun. We highly recommend! read more

Great drinks and happy hour deals. They also have matchboxes. The meatball was huge and delicious. I wish it would have had a little more cheese in the middle though lol. Lobster deviled eggs were great, very mustardy. I sat at the bar and enjoyed the vibes. Great place to meet friends and hang out. The service was great too. read more

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Came here to celebrate a friends birthday and everything was perfect! From the lighting to the music and the service, we couldn't have asked for a better night. I ordered the steak and fries and it was delicious. Also enjoyed a couple drinks and some calamari! Would go back again :) read more

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Let me start off by saying - The Vig Restaurant here in Old Town Chicago is huge! Now that I got that out of the way, out of the over 250 people present here tonight at this teeming restaurant, I would venture a guess that I have a pair of 501 Levi jeans older than everyone in this establishment - and I'm not slightly kidding! This was a very young crowd! So, that being said, I loved The Vig! Everything about this place just worked: The Staff was wonderful and accommodating. The food was flat out excellent The price points here are beyond reasonable. The atmosphere / ambiance was, well, young (again). I ordered (of course) their Vig Cheeseburger with bacon. It was delicious, bountiful and easy to handle. I will absolutely come back here for this terrific sandwich. My Miller High Life beer was a perfect blend with my dinner. With every TV on with the movie The Breakfast Club, what else could you possibly ask for. Would my wife like The Vig - a resounding NO! Did I like The Vig - a resounding YES! Thumbs up to these very fun loving talented people! read more

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Cute spot for happy hour esp when the weather is nice! Very packed !! $10 for food or drinks so not super happy hour but happy enough read more

The VIG Chicago - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I haven't been out later than dinner in a very long time. My younger cousin was in town and wanted to check out what after-hours looks like in Chicago. We drove around and the liveliness of this place drew us in. It was actually the perfect experience you'd want in your 30s. A long bar counter so easier to order drinks, they actually had a menu and options to order cocktails (I know, I know). There were several high-tops to enjoy comfortably. The music playlist was very much from my younger years and recognizable. I wouldn't know anything about this decade's hits. It was a "lounge/bar" vibe. read more

I made reservations in hopes of a great place to take an out of town guest from Italy. He mentioned wanting to go to a Gastropub and so I thought this would be a nice option and within walking distance from our own hotel. There was a cool little history or explanation of the restaurant hanging above the hostess station where we were waiting and it was a nice little read tied to the Capone inspiration and our Italian connection guest. The place was relatively busy as expected for a Saturday night out. We saw some interesting characters as it was the weekend before Halloween. It was generally loud, but we were still able to have conversation. I had to get things started with a welcoming of coming into Chicago with Malort shots. I had a Thai tuna dish that was excellent and we shared a carrot cake that was pretty decent. My husband and I also shared the bacon brussels sprouts and I'm pretty sure he ate more than me which is saying something for someone who doesn't eat vegetables. My husband and our guest both had the steak and fries that both seemed to enjoy. They had plenty other good sounding menu options that I would like to come back and try. I certainly wouldn't hesitate to bring back other visitors here. read more

The VIG Chicago - Thai Tuna - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We came here for their happy hour and tried their tuna poke tacos, the lobster deviled eggs, and the burger which I forgot to take a picture of. The tacos were a bit small for the $10 price and didn't have as much poke as I would've liked. The lobster deviled eggs were yummy but the lobster pieces were pretty small and you only get 3 half eggs for $10 (we paid an extra $3 for the 4th egg). The burger was pretty good and was cooked well but for the $16 price tag that should be expected. Overall, I enjoyed this place but wouldn't come here besides for happy hour as I think the prices are a bit steep for the portion sizes you're getting. read more

The VIG Chicago - Lobster deviled eggs - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Really cool place in Old Town with a great Happy Hour. They have at least two full entree items for Happy Hour (one is a burger and the other is a fried chicken breast sandwich). The ambiance is lively, especially during Happy Hour (goes till 7 pm most days). Drinks and dishes are reasonably priced and keeps you full. The staff is friendly. The burger was juicy and came with fries that were seasoned nicely. The fries also came with an aioli sauce. The fried chicken breast sandwich was large, juicy, also seasoned nicely. The sweet potato fries were also very delicious, which came with a dijon type of sauce. I enjoyed coming here for a bite. read more

The VIG Chicago - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This place is So much fun !! I'm so glad this place had food . Service was excellent music was great I love everything will definitely be back maybe for proper dinner and then dance the night away read more

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I love the ambience here! It's like a speakeasy, but not really! The dim lights, simple menu, and good variety of drinks makes this is a great spot for dinner or a date night! Our waiter was great and told us the special for the day. I had the corn fritters and the lobster roll. For the drink, I got the Real Nice Time. The Real Nice Time was smooth, witty, and not too sweet! A great, refreshing drink to ease into and sip. The corn fritters were delicious, but they could use some kick to it! The sauce it came with was rich, creamy, and complemented the fritters well! The lobster roll was okay. Nothing extra ordinary but the Texas Toast roll it came in was buttery, had a great crust, and was the highlight of the roll (wish it was the lobster). Overall, I need to come back here and try more of the menu because it all looked so good and everyone is having a great time! read more

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I came here for a brunch date one Sunday after church, and it's such a cool spot in Old Town! I ordered a frosé along with avocado toast, which looked delicious. I also asked for a side of grilled salmon for some extra protein, and I was happy they accommodated my request so quickly, especially considering how busy it was. They had TVs playing the latest sports, and you could dine either inside or outside. The windows were open to the patio, so there was a nice breeze. The table next to us did have an issue when a bee got into their drink, but the staff handled it quickly, resolving the issue and even moving their table. Overall, it was a great experience! read more

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I've been to Chicago no less than 12 times, but not sure why I just discovered this nice neighborhood called Old Town. It is such a nice place and it seems the Vic is a popular stop in a well maintained neighborhood. We just watched a show at the Second City and wanted to grab something to eat. The Vic is less than 5 minutes walk and got decent reviews so we popped in. It didn't disappoint! It is well past dinner time and this place is still lit on a Sunday night! It is fairly big and can accommodate party big and small. The decoration and menu have unique characters. The service is prompt and friendly and the food is as expected. We left with satisfaction! I should have taken more photos but here is the best and only one read more

Amazing evening went well no complaints. I had brunch with an old classmate. The food was delicious the service was well rounded and the atmosphere wasn't too loud but a nice vibe. read more

I really enjoyed my visit to The VIG Chicago.The atmosphere was lively and stylish, making it a perfect spot to relax with friends. The staff were friendly and provided great service throughout the evening. read more

Sat outside for lunch on a Friday. We enjoyed the lobster deviled eggs, though it's not a dish I'd necessarily repeat. We split the burger, fried chicken sandwich, and the Mac and cheese. All fantastic. The cocktails were also excellent, especially In A Fig's Eye. read more

[VIG] Located in the historic Old Town neighborhood of Chicago, the Vig offers a mix of modern with classic American food. They have an open layout aesthetic inside, with a sort of wood/rustic finish. The menu is huge with classics favorites. The Vig gives off this laid-back vibe yet also somewhat aesthetic nicer dining. We went for breakfast. Ordered the: - Chicken and Waffles (look at the squeeze bottles that come with it. That's like extra points right there) - avocado toast - Burrito Overall, 9/10. Food was really good. I think the only downside was the service. It was slow but in their defense it was super busy. https://www.thevigchicago.com 1527 N Wells St Chicago, IL 60610 read more

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Good food! Dope happy hour! Annika was an amazing server! We will be back! Excited for brunch and after hours

The Vig is a great, neighborhood spot in Old Town for happy hour. The one downside is that they do get very busy and will be difficult to get a table for parties more than 2 lol We stopped by last Friday night. We hung out at the bar hopping for a table but that never happened. The staff is extremely nice and their old fashioneds were delish if not a little heavy handed with the pour. Check it out! w read more

The VIG Chicago - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This place was amazing! Got the chimichurri steak, needed a little salt (in my opinion) but otherwise cooked to perfection. Ambiance was nice and chill. Service from Mariah was great, very attentive and helped us pick the carrot cake which was 10/10! read more

We were in from out of town and a friend recommended this spot for brunch! We went on the earlier side, around 10:30 and it was easy to be seated. We originally had a reservation for 11, but they were kind and seated us early! It was a beautiful day so they had the windows and doors open - even provided sunglasses on the table if the sun was in your eyes. We watched the place slowly start to really fill up around 11/11:30 - seems like the place to start your day if out bouncing around bars. I ordered a prosecco to drink and it was a decent portion for the price, my boyfriend liked their selection of beer as well. The brunch menu isn't huge, but I feel like everyone can find something on there. For the price, this is a great deal because the portions are truly HUGE! I ordered the Avocado toast, and was met with a giant plate housing two huge slices of toast with all the fixins. This was such a surprisingly flavorful dish, I couldn't get enough of it. Highly recommend to any egg/avocado toast lover! I definitely would come back here for a night out or big happy hour with friends. read more

The VIG Chicago - Avocado Toast - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I've lived a 15 minute walk from the Vig for a year now & I don't know how it took me so long to come eat here! It was really good - I was very impressed with all the food we got!!!! I started with an espresso martini which was pretty average - not bad, but not amazing either. Then we split the fries, tuna tacos, old town brussels salad, and the kale and artichoke & spicy feta spreads. The fries were my favorite & definitely some of the best I've ever had. They came with garlic aioli and a chipotle mayo. By the end we were scraping the last bits of sauces up because they were so good. We were very impressed with our salad too -- the dressing was light & mildly sweet. Tuna tacos were yummy too, but on the spicier side which I liked. I could have gone without the spreads, they weren't anything to write home about. Sadly, none of my friends would split the lobster deviled eggs with me, so I'm looking forward to going back soon to try those!!!! read more

The VIG Chicago - Fries - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I have been to the Vig many many times but only for the first time got dinner recently. We went during happy hour on a Friday. I love that Friday happy hour runs from 3 to 7. We got there around 4:30 and it was somewhat empty but was full by the time we left around 7. I will say this place has confusing vibes between the vibe/cost of the menu and the ambiance. Overall, I thought the food was pretty good. It was definitely better than what I was expecting. I got the happy hour fried chicken sandwich (which is still $15 bleh), but I was surprised by how good it was! 8 also had an espresso martini and a mule. Both the drinks were find, definitely not anything special but not the worst cocktails I've ever had. read more